A Level results day is Today Thursday 15th August 2024 

GCSE results day is next Thursday 22nd August 

We understand that this can be a very stressful and challenging time for both students and their families. 

Kooth's digital platform Kooth Digital Health | Alongside Your Community is available for free to support with digital mental health   Our Platforms | Kooth Digital Health

With one in six children now suffering with mental ill health and an additional 1.5m under-18s needing new or additional help as a result of the pandemic it has become clear that an increase in accessible mental health support is needed to help solve this crisis.
Kooth is an anonymous site which assists children and young people to feel safe and confident exploring their concerns and seeking professional support. Our service has no referrals or waiting lists and provides a unique out of office hours’ provision. We are open 7 days per week, 365 days a year from 12pm-10pm weekdays and from 6pm-10pm on weekends. Kooth provides added value with moderated forums to facilitate peer led support and self-help articles (many written by service users) to provide practical support. Young people can access a safe, secure and anonymous place where they can seek support online. 

They can also offer:

Drop in to Counselling - Young people can instantly 'drop in' to a chat session with a qualified professional

Schedule Counselling Sessions - Users can establish a routine set of 6 sessions with the same counsellor, at a time that suits them.

Instant access to self help content - Service users can seek support or advice on any topic, from coping with exam stress or bullying, help with an eating disorder, dealing with suicidal thoughts or handling sexual abuse.

Participate in or browse through peer support forums - Our live moderated forums give users the chance to share their experiences and learn from others. 

Track changes in their feelings - Users can log their thoughts and feeling through journals and goal trackers

Kooth is commissioned by the NHS, Local Authorities, charities and businesses to provide anonymous and personalised mental health support for Children and Young People. With thousands of users accessing our services every day, we provide end to end support - whatever the need. 

 

Published: Aug 15, 2024